Fig. 2 (IMAGE) Osaka University Caption Germ-cell-removal shortens the lifespan in females, but extends that in males.(A) Germ-cell-removed turquoise killifish and their gonads. (B) Lifespan of germ-cell-removed animals. Credit 2024 Ishitani et al., Sex-dependent regulation of vertebrate somatic growth and aging by germ cells., Science Advances Usage Restrictions Credit must be given to the creator. License CC BY Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.